Qatar, Doha
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The school provides student leadership opportunities through a Junior School Student Council with elected representatives from Years 3–6. The Council includes committees for Media, Social, Cultural, and Sports that plan events such as Qatar National Day and Sports Day. The school runs IGCSE and IAS mock examinations for Years 10–12 and offers a Learning Support Department to assist learners with diverse needs.
Culture and creativity are supported by a Cultural Committee that arranges contests and plays, and a Media Committee that handles photography, interviews, and articles about events. These structures foster student storytelling, performance, and media literacy through project-based activities.
Islamic and national celebrations are organized by the Cultural Committee, including Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. The Arabic Medium Curriculum includes Makarem as a values-based program alongside Qur'an, Islamic Studies, and Arabic language work, aligning with Qatar's national curriculum and the school's international accreditation framework.
Students participate in student-led events and activities through the Student Council, which supports class representation and event participation. The school provides an Online Library and on-site Play Area for learning and recreation, supporting independent reading and informal clubs. The library and campus facilities contribute to social and leisure activities within the school community.
The Tarbeya Center delivers a values-based educational framework aimed at developing morally grounded youth and fostering community engagement. It emphasizes leadership development, parental involvement, and partnerships with educational bodies, and it offers activities such as workshops, conferences, international trips, and media campaigns to promote social responsibility.
Leadership development is embedded in student life, starting with the Junior School Student Council and expanding in the Secondary School through leadership opportunities, mentorship, and university pathway planning. The Secondary program emphasizes leadership, innovation, and personal growth, with dedicated mentorship and guidance toward higher education and professional pathways.
Physical wellbeing and recreation are supported through regular sports activities and events like Sports Day, with the PE department coordinating safe, structured activity. The campus includes a Play Area and Library for active and quiet recreation, and Tarbeya Center programs contribute to holistic well-being by integrating values and character development into daily life.